Kansas basketball experienced a historic meltdown on Saturday, blowing a 21-point lead—the largest in program history—in an 81-70 loss to Baylor. The Jayhawks dominated early, leading 38-17 late in the first half, thanks to strong performances from Hunter Dickinson and Rylan Griffen.

After several of its recent victories necessitated late rallies, the Kansas men’s basketball team found itself in the unfamiliar position of playing from ahead in the second half on Saturday afternoon.

The Kansas Jayhawks have lost two of three after the biggest blown lead in school history. Here’s what happened in Waco.

Robert Wright III scored 20 of his 24 points in the second half, and Baylor rallied from a 21-point deficit late in the first half for an 81-70 victory over No. 11 Kansas

KU hasn’t won in Waco since 2020. Fortunately for the Jayhawks, though, this Bears squad has a couple of weaknesses that KU can exploit. Baylor’s defense is lacking. The Bears struggle to defend and often send opponents to the foul line. If the Jayhawks can get off to a fast start and force Baylor to get into foul trouble — KU should win.

Kansas basketball should be celebrating a Big 12 Conference road victory. Instead, the Jayhawks are dealing with a disappointing loss at Baylor.